Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer

Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer is an oil-soluble film-forming polymer created from dilinoleic acid and butanediol. Formulators use it to give flexible hold, gloss, and uniform coverage for smoother application and wear in skin and color products.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A film-former that helps makeup resist smudging and adds sheen.
Category
Tone/Texture, Skin Conditioning
Type
Film Former

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Increases makeup endurance with a flexible, comfortable film that helps resist smudging. Adds a subtle luster for a more polished look.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in long-wear foundations, eyeliners, and liquid lip colors, and also found in primers to improve hold.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Typically inert on skin with a low chance of irritation. Best removed with an effective cleanser to avoid residue from the film. No known special regulatory restrictions in cosmetics when used as directed.

Is Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer a Good Ingredient?

Good: offers flexible, durable films that increase wear and smoothness, yet has minimal direct skincare activity and limited clinical validation. Generally low-irritancy and valued chiefly for performance and payoff.

Products with Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer

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